Dontaveous Brown
Garland
Summary
Dedicated Lead Line Cook with proven expertise in food safety, quality control, and cost reduction. Streamlined kitchen operations to enhance productivity and maintain optimal ingredient stock levels.
Resourceful and results-driven Lead Line Cook with a focus on optimizing kitchen processes and enhancing team performance. Committed to upholding food safety standards while reducing waste through effective inventory management.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Line Cook
Solstice Senior Living
12.2023 - Current
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient meal preparation and service.
- Developed and implemented standardized recipes for consistent food quality.
- Trained new cooks on safety protocols and cooking techniques.
- Coordinated inventory management to maintain optimal stock levels of ingredients.
- Streamlined kitchen workflows to enhance overall productivity during peak hours.
- Conducted regular quality control checks to uphold food safety standards.
Wing Expert
Wingstop
10.2022 - Current
- Supervised daily wing preparation and cooking processes to ensure quality standards.
- Trained and mentored new staff on food safety and operational procedures.
- Streamlined inventory management, reducing waste through efficient stock rotation practices.
- Implemented training programs to enhance team performance and customer service.
- Monitored kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health regulations and safety protocols.
- Assisted in training new hires on company policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth operations during peak times.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bradley Technical & Trade High School
Milwaukee, WI06-2006
Skills
- Food safety knowledge
- Food assembly
- Grilling techniques
- Menu planning
- Food safety
- Quality control
- Cost reduction
- Food processing
- Food cost analysis
- Ingredient preparation
Timeline
Lead Line Cook
Solstice Senior Living
12.2023 - Current
Wing Expert
Wingstop
10.2022 - Current
High School Diploma -
Bradley Technical & Trade High School
National Honors Society
Became a member in my Sophomore year